Maintenance Technician

Harlan Bakeries, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlan Bakeries, LLC in Indianapolis is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment reliability across the plant. You will repair and maintain processing equipment, support the PM program, and work with PLC controlled systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components.

The role requires 3+ years in maintenance or 5+ years in related trades, basic tool proficiency, and the ability to read specs and communicate effectively. A technical degree is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a related technical field preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3 years maintenance experience or 5 years related trade experience.
• 6 months or more of experience in the food processing/manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient in use of basic machine tools and hand tools.
• Proficient in use of basic electrical troubleshooting equipment.
• Able to properly wire electric motors.
• Able to stick and MIG weld carbon and SS.
• Able to plasma and oxy acetylene cut material.
• Ability to read specifications and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company, OSHA, and government rules and procedures including Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, GMPs, personal safety, and SQF standards.
• Support the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of reducing unscheduled downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and develop sustainable solutions for issues with equipment including PLC controlled equipment, plant electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted.
• Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders and logs.
• Assist with equipment changeovers and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Identify required parts and maintain inventories, and parts reorder lists.
• Participate in CI-focused projects with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding (Stick & MIG)

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

PLC systems

Machining/hand tools

Education

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Basic machine tools

Electrical testing equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

Summary

Title: Maintenance Technician
ID: 1151
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Department: Maintenance

Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability by repairing and maintaining a wide range of processing equipment across the plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company, OSHA, and government rules and procedures including Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), personal safety, and food safety/SQF Program standards.
• Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and develop sustainable solutions for issues with equipment to include PLC controlled equipment, plant electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic, and mechanical systems including motors, instrumentation, distribution, and feed control systems.
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted.
• Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders and detailed logs.
• Assist with equipment change overs and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Identify required parts and maintain current inventories, and parts reorder lists.
• Act with a Continuous Improvement mindset seeking areas of opportunity for improvement and participating in cross-functional CI focused projects.
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in related field (technical or vocational education) highly preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience or 5 years related trade experience required.
• Six months or more of experience in the food processing/manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient in use of basic machine tools and hand tools.
• Proficient in use of basic electrical trouble-shooting equipment.
• Able to properly wire electric motors.
• Able to stick and MIG weld carbon and SS.
• Able to plasma and oxy acetylene cut material.
• Ability to read specifications and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must provide own hand tools. Company will provide specialized tools.